The Ultimate Manufacturing Glossary

50+ definitions to help you decode the most important key terms used in manufacturing today.

In the ever-evolving world of Industry 4.0, there are constantly new buzzwords, trends, and acronyms being introduced to manufacturers. Keeping track of them all can be a little difficult. That’s why we’ve built this A-Z glossary with the most common manufacturing definitions in the industry. This is your ultimate cheat sheet for staying up-to-date on key terms used. 

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